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Bishop & Friends

97.1 The Fan
Ohio State Buckeyes
Ohio State Football
Ohio State
College Football
Columbus Blue Jackets
NFL
Ohio State University
College Football Playoff
Cleveland Browns
Ryan Day
Ohio State Basketball
NCAA
Cincinnati Bengals
Transfer Portal
Cleveland Cavaliers
Michigan
Miami Hurricanes
Texas
Big Ten
NHL

Beau Bishop takes the art of sports radio and day drinking to a whole new level. Eric Rieser and Ryan Baker join in on the fun. Catch the live experience weekdays from 9am-Noon on 97.1 FM in Columbus, on The Fan App, or at 971thefan.com. The Fan, Ohio's Sports Destination.

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Latest Episodes

Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Day 2 of the Memorial Tournament is underway and the boys are LIVE from Jack's Place. Day 1 is in the books how are the golfers trending so far through the first day. Dom joins to speak on golfing Muirfield and h... more

Happy Thursday Edition of the Program! It's officially here the Memorial Tournament and this edition of Bishop & Friends is LIVE from Jack's Place. We talk on the impact the tournament has had on Columbus. What makes this course so challenging for th... more

Happy Wednesday Edition of the Program!! The Memorial Tournament is upon us and we introduce the week with our favorite celebrities to tee of with. Jim Schwartz speaks out on his departure from the Browns timely after the Myles Garrett trade. College... more

Happy Tuesday Edition of the Program!!The Browns and Rams pulled off a Blockbuster Trade with Myles Garrett heading to L.A.. We discuss the trade and Myles Legacy in Cleveland. The College Football Playoff has announced it's schedule for next season.... more

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Recent Guests

Scott Dockerman
National College Football writer and The Athletic contributor
The Athletic
Episode: Bishop & Friends May, 26, 2026
Tom Tiberi
Sports broadcaster
Ohio State media/OSU broadcasts
Episode: Bishop & Friends May, 26, 2026
Doug Lesmerises
Bill & Doug Show co-host, college football analyst
The Buckeye Battle Cry / billanddougosu
Episode: Bishop & Friends May, 22, 2026
Aaron Rye
Golfer, PGA Championship winner
Professional golfer
Episode: Bishop & Friends May, 18, 2026
Dave Shulowski
Golf Digest Memorial Magazine contributor, Memorial Magazine
Golf Digest Memorial Magazine
Episode: Bishop & Friends May, 13, 2026
Julian Sayne
Ohio State starting quarterback, guest on the episode
Ohio State University
Episode: Bishop & Friends May, 7, 2026
Mike Renner
CBS Sports NFL/College Football Analyst
CBS Sports, Pushing the Pile (podcast)
Episode: Bishop & Friends April, 29, 2026
Jessica Pervasnik
Former Buckeye and LPGA professional
Chevron in Houston; Golf Channel
Episode: Bishop & Friends April, 22, 2026
Brian Hartline
Head coach, USF Bulls
South Florida Bulls
Episode: Bishop & Friends April, 20, 2026

Hosts

Beau Bishop
Host of Bishop & Friends; longtime Ohio sports radio host
Eric Rieser
Co-host/analyst; provides sports analysis and discussion

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 241 ratings
  • Thank You

    Thank you for sticking up for the fans with this Big Noon fiasco. This is the only program that isn’t self serving enough to push noon games down our throat because they want to be done working early on a Saturday.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mackey, Tim
    United Statesa year ago
  • Boring and tedious

    Fallen from grace. It’s now the “listen to one person ramble and occasionally phone his buddies” show. Let your cohosts speak sometimes. Enough about your kids.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Pineconn
    United Statesa year ago
  • This show is just pure state-run media

    The host has a far greater need to be buddies with coaches, administrators, and ex players than he does to give anyone fair and honest analysis.

    The guys at 3pm are idiots, but at least they’re honest…this is nothing more than a gigantic “drinking of bath water through a straw” session

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MA#123
    United States2 years ago
  • Chops

    Beau is the best, and Rieser is also very good! BUT, like most listeners, I gotta say Chops is beyond horrible, he’s very ill-informed about things, has horrible takes, and obviously grates on Beau’s nerves. He also talks way too much, and he acts like he’s some sophisticated movie reviewer any time they discuss movies or TV shows. If the show was just Beau and Rieser, it would be awesome.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Longtime listener of The Fan
    United States2 years ago
  • New cohost

    Chops is an awful cohost. He’s even worse when Beau goes on vacation. Fire Mark and hire a real 2nd wheel.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    tomda4
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the local Ohio sports focus and chemistry among hosts.
Praise for authentic, “real talk” about college football politics and playoff formats; some critics call out pacing and balance.
Some listeners feel the show leans too heavily on banter at times and could use more in-depth analysis.
Fans enjoy the insider access and guest mix, though opinions on co-hosts vary widely.
The show's community anecdotes and sponsor integration are seen as a strength by many.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Bishop & Friends May, 15, 2026
Q: What is the dominant view on the playoff format being discussed?
The hosts largely lean toward openness to expansion (moving toward a larger playoff), while voicing concerns about diminishing the meaning of the regular season and conference championships; they acknowledge trade-offs and expect continued debate.
Bishop & Friends April, 29, 2026
Q: What did you like about the Browns' draft this year?
Renner highlights the Browns' targeted position picks and added draft capital, suggesting they addressed needs while increasing future options with extra picks. He also notes the quarterback room as a potential long-term project and emphasizes the value of today's depth at tackle and receiver.
Bishop & Friends April, 22, 2026
Q: Which game do you consider the fifth most important on the Buckeye schedule?
The answer varied, with candidates including Oregon, Texas, Indiana, USC, and Iowa, but the consensus leaned toward a mix of out-of-conference tests and rivalry importance, often highlighting Oregon and Texas for their broader implications.
Bishop & Friends April, 17, 2026
Q: What is the upper limit of the proposed 16-team playoff, and how might it affect scheduling?
The panel discusses starting the playoff earlier with a potential December to January flow, stretch by rounds across several weeks, and how to balance bowl/postseason games while preserving academic calendars; there is cautious optimism about a structured 16-team format but no definitive answer yet.
Bishop & Friends April, 3, 2026
Q: What are your thoughts on the potential college football playoff expansion?
There's broad support for a more streamlined, earlier-start playoff that respects calendars and audience attention, with some advocating for 16 teams and moving away from conference championship games to reduce clutter.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bishop & Friends

What is Bishop & Friends about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A rowdy, locally focused sports talk show featuring a rotating cast of hosts and frequent guests who riff on pro and college athletics with a strong emphasis on Ohio teams. Episodes blend banter, listener interactions, and insider commentary on playoff formats, conference realignment, and fan culture, often weaving in personal anecdotes and sponsor mentions. A standout with this show is its willingness to host national voices alongside deep local knowledge, creating a lively, informal atmosphere that still covers high-level topics like college football governance, media rights, and the business side of sports. Potential listeners should expect a fast-paced mix of analysis, stories from the road, and hot takes that celebrate regional sports ... more

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Recent guests on Bishop & Friends include:

1. Scott Dockerman
2. Tom Tiberi
3. Doug Lesmerises
4. Aaron Rye
5. Dave Shulowski
6. Julian Sayne
7. Mike Renner
8. Jessica Pervasnik

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